This 372.6-mile journey from Eastlawn Gardens, PA, to Erie, PA, will take approximately 6 hours and 56 minutes of driving time. Primarily following the Keystone Shortway and I-79, with a brief segment on PA-33, this route offers a manageable one-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $62, it's an economical option for exploring Pennsylvania's Northeast region. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local feel rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. It's a solid choice if you're looking for a direct route with a bit of local flavor.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
186.3 miles from Eastlawn Gardens, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
282.4 mi
5h 8m
I 79
65.8 mi
1h 10m
PA-33
15.4 mi
19m
PA 33
3.1 mi
4m
West 12th Street
2.3 mi
4m
East Lawn Road
0.9 mi
1m
Industrial Boulevard
0.6 mi
1m
State Street
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 282.4 mi, about 5h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eastlawn Gardens, PA and Erie, PA.
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Start on Kessler Street
119 ft·7 sec·Kessler Street
2
Turn right onto Hoch Street
184 ft·14 sec·Hoch Street
3
Turn left onto PA 191
0.9 mi·1 min·East Lawn Road
4
Continue on PA 191
0.6 mi·1 min·Industrial Boulevard
5
Turn left
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward PA 191: Stockertown, Nazareth
6
Merge onto PA 33
15 mi·19 min·PA-33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 33
3.1 mi·4 min·PA 33
Toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, HazletonUse the left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward I 80 West: HazletonUse the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 80
282 mi·5 hr 8 min·Keystone Shortway
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 79 North: Erie
11
Merge onto I 79
66 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 79
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·49 sec
Exit 183AToward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
13
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
2.3 mi·4 min·West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto State Street
0.4 mi·1 min·State Street
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
State Street
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour 56-minute duration, starting your drive from Eastlawn Gardens early in the morning is advisable to make the most of daylight. While the route only lists one recommended stop, consider planning for additional brief breaks every couple of hours to stay refreshed, especially with the "turn-heavy" nature of the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch is 282.4 miles; ensure you're fueled up before embarking on this segment. The $62 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always factor in a little extra for unexpected detours or local exploration.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 186.3 miles from Eastlawn Gardens, PA, or about 3h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 282.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 82 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 186.3 miles or 3h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Erie, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eastlawn Gardens, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Eastlawn Gardens, PA
This is one driving day of about 372.6 miles and 6h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Eastlawn Gardens, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 282.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 372.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Hoch Street
Turn right onto Hoch Street
Navigation decision point
8
17.3 mi into trip|~23m in|PA 33
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 33 toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
6
20.4 mi into trip|~28m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Hazleton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
6
369.6 mi into trip|~6h 49m in
Take the exit toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
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372.2 mi into trip|~6h 55m in|State Street
Turn left onto State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$61.77 one way
$123.54 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg130 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$67.65
$135.31
premium
$4.93
$72.26
$144.52
diesel
$5.61
$82.27
$164.53
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 130.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
111.8
1
$39.12
$17.88
Efficient EV
93.2
1
$32.60
$14.90
EV Truck/SUV
149
1
$52.16
$23.85
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Eastlawn Gardens, PA
Morning
in Eastlawn Gardens on Tuesday
Local time
8:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Erie, PA
Morning
in Erie on Tuesday
Local time
8:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Widespread Fog
SW 2 to 7 mph38% chanceLive forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 56m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
20 mi from route
~50 min detour
$10
near mile 25.7
Park Closure: Routine Winter Service Levels in Effect
Park Closure: Old Mine Road North Construction Closure Begins April 6, 2026
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a route with a "turn-heavy local drive" profile, meaning you'll encounter more frequent directional changes than on a pure interstate. With only 23% of the drive on highways, much of this 372.6-mile trip will likely feel like a more engaging, local road experience. The longest continuous stretch you'll cover is 282.4 miles on the Keystone Shortway, offering a significant period of uninterrupted travel before you transition. This mix suggests a drive that keeps you engaged with the changing scenery and road conditions.
Only 23% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 282.4 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hoch Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 372.6 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hoch Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.3 miles (PA 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 56m. Total distance: 372.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 56m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 282.4 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Erie, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hoch Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.3 miles (PA 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.9 hours each way, a round trip means 13.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Erie, PA before the return drive.
